F.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND FACILITIES

ASSEMBLY AREA

99% 97% 98%

YES
NO

1% 3% 2%

AVAILABILITY ACCESSIBILTY FUNCTIONALITY

Figure 43: Percentage Distribution Showing the Awareness of Assembly Area in the
Barangay Balacdas as of May 2022.

Actual Findings:
The bar graph demonstrates that 99%, or 122 out of 123, of Brgy. Balacdas
responded that 99% of the population is aware of the assembly area's availability. 119 out
of 123 residents, or 97%, said they had access to the assembly area, while 3% said they did
not. 120 out of the 123 respondents, or 98%, said the assembly area was functional, while
only 2% stated that it was not functional.

Normal Findings:
Assembly areas should be used in the case of several different emergency types.
The purpose of having an assembly area in a community is to make it easier to account for
employees, staff, and barangay officials. Residents in Barangay Balacdas should be aware
of the existence of this facility to fully access and utilize its functions.

Analysis and Interpretation:

According to the data above, the majority of Barangay Balacdas people are aware
that their community has a functional assembly area and can access to a variety of
resources. A meeting ground is essential to the operation of any community.

Recommendation:
 An assembly area is any place where people can gather for social, recreational,
educational, civic, or amusement purposes. In Barangay Balacdas, the covered court is
where residents and barangay officials gather to discuss and exchange ideas for developing
or improving their gated community. Every community needs this area, so it should be
considered when creating a plan for local emergency response. Because the barangay
official utilizes this facility for residents to use, this is a major benefit.

COMMUNITY HERBAL GARDEN

Figure 44: Percentage Distribution Showing the Awareness of Community Herbal

84% 84% 83%

NO YES

16% 16% 17%

AVAILABILITY ACCESSIBILTY FUNCTIONALITY

Garden in the Barangay Balacdas as of May 2022.

Actual Findings:

The data shows how aware Barangay Balacdas residents are of the community
herbal garden, with 84%, or 107 out of 123 respondents, believing that it is available to the
public and 16% stating that it is not available. The garden is accessible to 84% of the
population, while 16% of people said it was not. Therefore, about 17% of people cannot use
the herbal garden, while 83% of them responded that the community herbal garden is
usable.

Normal Finding:
The results indicate that the community herbal garden seeks to promote knowledge
about traditional uses for herbal and medicinal plants as well as their conservation. An
herbal garden can be a backyard where these plants are planted as a source of immediate
aide for injuries, burns, bruises, and other small injuries.

Analysis and Interpretation:

The data shows that the majority of Barangay Balacdas’ residents reported that a
community herbal garden is available, indicating that there were sufficient resources in the
garden to meet the needs of the entire community. The facility is open to everyone and
accessible to most people. This suggests that the Community Herbal Garden is extremely
beneficial to the locals.

Recommendations:
The garden promotes local community life by offering a secure setting for engaging in
physical activity and social interaction. An herbal garden provides value to community
gardens in addition to provide immediate medical care, assisting in establishment of easily
accessible and reasonably priced medical care for all. If Barangay Balacdas owns any
therapeutic medicinal plants, they can sell them to their neighbors as a secondary source of
income and raise money for the plants’ further development.

BOTIKA SA BARANGAY

89% 89% 89%

YES
NO

11% 11% 11%

AVAILABILITY ACCESSIBILTY FUNCTIONALITY

Figure 45: Percentage Distribution Showing the Awareness of Botika sa Baranggay

Facility in the Barangay Balacdas as of May 2022.
Actual Findings:
The data shows how aware the residents of Barangay Balacdas about the Botika sa
Barangay, with 89% or 112 out of 123 respondents saying that the facility is not available,
and 11% stated that it is available. While 89% or 112 out of 123 respondents said that they
can access, and they are able to use the Botika. Whereas 11% of locals are unaware of the
Botika sa Barangay's functions and accessibility.

Normal Findings:
A community organization (CO), non-governmental organization (NGO), or local
government unit (LGU) that is manage by the DOH is referred to as a Botika ng Barangay. It
has a trained operator and a supervising pharmacist. Increasing Balacdas residents' access
to inexpensive medications is part of a government-initiated campaign to reduce poverty.

Analysis and Interpretation:

The graph indicates that everyone has no access and cannot utilize the Botika sa
Barangay. The diagram demonstrates how important it is to the community's This has
demonstrated that the Botika does an adequate job of caring for its residents by giving them
access to necessary pharmaceuticals and medical care while also promoting a healthy
lifestyle.
Recommendation:
It is essential that Barangay Balacdas have a botika, particularly knowing how far
they are from the pharmacy and hospital. Community medicine focuses on disease
prevention, the causes and progression of diseases within populations, as well as the impact
of the environment and society on health and disease. It is possible to prolong and saves
lives if there is a dramatic change in the way diseases are identified, treated, or prevented.
Medical advances are beneficial in Barangay Balacdas because it secures healthcare
systems and lessens the financial burden of disease.
 MATERIAL RECOVERY FACILITY

83%
80% 80%

YES
NO

20% 20%
17%

AVAILABILITY ACCESSIBILTY FUNCTIONALITY

Figure 46: Percentage Distribution Showing the Awareness of Material Recovery

Facility in the Barangay Balacdas as of May 2022.

Actual Findings:
The bar graphs show that 80% or 103 out of 123 respondents of Barangay Balacdas
stated that they are aware of the significance of material recovery facilities and 20% are not.
80% of those surveyed said they had access to the material recovery facilities, while 20%
said they did not. The material recovery facilities was used by 83% of respondents and 17%
responded that it was not being used.

Normal Findings:
According to Republic Act 9003 mandates the construction of Materials Recovery
Facilities (MRFs), which serve as facilities for the collecting and sorting of municipal solid
wastes prior to their disposal in landfills. Every barangay must have a Material Recovery
Facility (MRF) to collect recyclable items from municipal solid trash, according to the
National Solid Waste Management Commission.

Analysis and Interpretation:

In accordance with the data above, the majority of Barangay Balacdas residents are
aware of the local material recovery facility. Maintaining a clean environment benefits each
person, but it also sets a higher standard for community health. Resource recovery is the
process of utilizing trash as an input to produce useful products as new outputs. The goal is
to reduce the value that can be extracted from waste while minimizing the amount of rubbish
that must be dumped in landfills.

Recommendation:
MRFs are necessary in Barangay Balacdas because they help lower the waste
stream, the need for raw materials, and the pollution brought on by the production of new
goods. They will be able to make money by recycling waste; in addition, it will help them
segregate the market recycled goods. By segregating waste, businesses may recycle more
materials and keep them out of landfills. This in turn, reduces the overall impact on the
environment.

COMMUNITY INTERNET/WIFI CONNECTIONS

72% 74% 73%

YES
NO

28% 26% 27%

AVAILABILITY ACCESSIBILTY FUNCTIONALITY

Figure 47: Percentage Distribution Showing the Awareness of Community internet

Wi-fi Connections Facility in the Barangay Balacdas as of May 2022.

Actual Findings:
The data demonstrates how knowledgeable the locals about the public Wi-Fi and
internet connection in Barangay Balacdas. It indicates that 74%, or 97 out of 123
respondents, had access to WiFi, while 26% were unable to connect. The community
internet is constantly available to 72% of the respondents, and 28% said that it is not
available. While  27% residents claim that they can use the community internet, 73%
responded that it is not usable.
Normal Findings:
Residents of Barangay Balacdas may easily access the information they need to
keep safe with high-speed Internet service. Local governments and law enforcement may
communicate information swiftly through the Internet to keep all citizens safe and informed.
An online community gains a lot of value through networking. In this environment, people
can interact with others who have similar interests to their own and spread knowledge. Peer-
to-peer communication of this kind promotes creativity and innovation.

Analysis and Interpretation:

According to the data, most people in Barangay Balactas are aware of the public
internet, which implies they can effectively access and use the barangay's Wi-Fi
connections. When people are aware of community internet, it means they have access to
the latest news and updates as well as new information they search online, such as health
information.

Recommendation:
The residents Barangay Balacdas benefits greatly from having a WiFi connection.
Anyone can speak with anyone in the world, access nearly any information, and accomplish
a lot more with the help of the Internet. The internet is primarily used for daily activities,
communication, and entertainment. An internet connection is required for all forms of idea
and information sharing and news exchange. People in Barangay Balacdas have access to
a wide range of social platforms on the internet where they can express their thoughts and
use them. The best way to raise awareness of medical conditions among the public is
through social media, especially considering how far Barangay Balacdas is from the town of
Borongan. People who urgently want medical attention or examinations can use this
information to their advantage. Various news outlets and publications now have online
platforms due to the internet. The residents of Barangay Balacdas can monitor weather
updates and be prepared for any calamities that may occur.
 HEALTH CARE FACILITY (AVAILABILITY)

1%
8% 4%

BARANGAY HEALTH CENTER

RHU
HOSPITAL
NONE

87%

Figure 48: Percentage Distribution Showing the Awareness of Health Facility in

Barangay Balacdas as of May 2022.

Actual Findings:
Figure 48 indicates the awareness of the residents of Barangay Balacdas of their
health care facilities. The figure shows 87% or 110 out of 123 residents is aware that there is
a Barangay Health Center,8% stated that they have a Rural Health Unit, another 4% is
aware that they have a hospital. It is also shown above that there is 1% resident is not aware
of the health facilities in their barangay.

Normal Findings:
Health facilities play a very significant role in a barangay balacdas for the mitigation
of disasters because of their function in treating the injured and handling outbreaks of
disease. The field of public health aims to protect and improve health in addressing the
structures and system.

Analysis and Interpretation:

The data shown above, most of the residents in Barangay Balacdas are aware of the
different health care facility available in their community. This was a great opportunity for the
residents to be safe in case of any disasters.
Recommendation:
Health Care facility is a community-based and the purpose is to provide first aid,
maternal and child health care, communicable diseases, and other basic health services to
all the residents of the barangay. Without such facility management, there would be long
wait times for patients, filthy hospitals, fears of illnesses spreading, and outbreaks of illness,
all of which would discourage people from visiting the hospital. Having an adequate health
care facility is such a tremendous aid to the locals in Barangay Balacdas. The barangay
health station is crucial to creating a healthy environment since it provides services including
vaccines, prenatal care, morbidity monitoring, and referral services.

HEALTH FACILITY

89% 87%

YES
NO

11% 13%

ACCESSIBILTY FUNCTIONALITY

Figure 48.1: Percentage Distribution Showing the Awareness in Accessibility and

Functionality Health Care Facility in Barangay Balacdas as of May 2022.

Actual Findings:
Figure 48.1 indicates the awareness of the residents of Barangay Balacdas of their
health care facilities. The figure shows 89% or 112 out of 123 residents is having an access
of Barangay Health Center, 11% stated that they have not an access. It is also shown above
that 87% respondents were able to use the Health Care Facility and 13% respondents stated
that they were unable to use it.

Normal Findings:
Having an awareness within the barangay provide a social health care protection and
equal access to quality health care facilities, has a significant effect on individual and public
health, economic growth, and development.

Analysis and Interpretation:

Based on the data shown above, Majority of the residents in Barangay Balacdas can
access and enable to use the health care facilities. Which is important in promoting and
maintaining health, preventing, and managing disease, reducing unnecessary disability and
premature death, and achieving health equity for all the residence in barangay Balacdas.

Recommendation:
Health care facilities are one of the fundamental sectors of Barangay Balacdas and
the economy. To maintain patient comfort and staff readiness, healthcare facilities and
equipment must be easily accessible and properly functional. Individual and societal health,
as well as economic growth and development, are significantly improved by social health
protection and equal access to high-quality healthcare. A strong healthcare system is
essential to reducing the stress on families and promoting national development.
 RECREATIONAL FACILITY (AVAILABILITY)

6%
7%

14%
SPORTS FACILITY
COMMUNITY LIBRARY
TEEN CENTER
INTERNET HUB

73%

Figure 49: Percentage Distribution Showing the Awareness of Recreational

Facility in the Barangay Balacdas as of May 2022.

Actual Findings:
The figure shows the awareness of recreational facilities in Barangay Balacdas. The
figures show that 73%, or 96 out of 123 respondents, stated that sports facilities are
available. While 14% stated that the community library is available, 7% stated that the teen
center is also available, and 6% responded that the internet hub is available in Barangay
Balacdas.

Normal Findings:
According to studies by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, creating,
improving, and promoting places to be physically active can improve individual and
community health and result in a 25 percent increase of residents who exercise at least
three times per week. Awareness of recreational resources encourages social responsibility
and serves as a meeting place for people of all ages, significantly enhancing the standard of
living in barangay Balacdas. Additionally, they foster community pride, bring people together,
and foster a connection with nature.

Analysis and Interpretation:

The data suggests that most people in Barangay Balactas are aware of the sports
facilities, indicating that locals participate in more sporting events. Meanwhile, the local
library, teen center, and internet hub are barely known to a small number of individuals. This
indicates that the locals may or may not have been appropriately informed about the facilities
mentioned by the barangay officials.

Recommendation:
Having a recreational facility in Barangay Balacdas provide a gathering space for
social groups as well as for individuals of all age groups, effectively improving the quality of
life in the community. Moreover, they foster community pride, unite people, and promote a
connection to nature. Recreational activities, particularly activities that are done outside,
improve one's health in a number of ways, including by helping one maintain lower body fat
percentages, lowering blood and cholesterol levels, and boosting muscular strength,
flexibility, and endurance as well as improving body composition and cardiovascular
endurance. Overall physical health depends on mental wellness. Recreational activities aid
in stress management. It gives one a chance to take care of oneself, promotes equilibrium,
and boosts self-esteem, all of which can directly lower anxiety and depression.

RECREATIONAL FACILITY

82% 83%

YES
NO

18% 17%

ACCESSIBILTY FUNCTIONALITY
Figure 49.1: Percentage Distribution Showing the Awareness of Community internet
Wi-fi Connections Facility in the Barangay Balacdas as of May 2022.
Actual Findings:
The chart displays the residents of Barangay Balacdas’ awareness of the
recreational facility, showing that 82% or 105 out of 123 of the residents has access to the
facility while the remaining 18% do not. However, the data also shows that 83% of the
population can use the facility, while 17% are unable to do so.

Normal Findings:
Access to exercise and leisure facilities. It has been argued that good access to
exercise and recreational facilities may promote overall physical activity. Easy and
convenient access to these facilities may help people to engage more frequently in leisure-
time sports, exercise, and recreational activities, and may also promote utilitarian walking or
cycling to and from these facilities.

Analysis and Interpretation:

The graph demonstrates that most locals agree that everyone can use the
recreational center and that it is open to the public. People can use recreational facilities to
unwind or entertain themselves while also engaging in healthy activities like exercise or
sporting activities. Physical activity-based recreation helps participants recover from the
deteriorated physical strength, caused by the lack of exercise, and develops the latent ability
to achieve self-realization. This also helps people to deal with common day to day problems
more effectively as it makes people more optimists and with a positive outlook to life.

Recommendation:
Having an accessible and functional recreational facility in Barangay Balacdas help in
overall development of a residents physically, mentally, and emotionally. Enhances peer
relationships and interpersonal skills. Recreational pursuits can allow the potential to identify
skills outside of skills and/or that may later be useful in one's job and in life. To live a healthy
and better life, it is beneficial to not only acquire knowledge but also apply it responsibly. It
imparts the ability to reason critically and lead a more realistic lifestyle. Additionally, it
improves one's overall development, which contributes to success in all activities.
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